The Academy Physical Therapy - Redondo Beach, California

Alexandre P.

I am beyond grateful for the exceptional care and expertise provided by Lisa Reed at Academy PT. As someone who has experienced multiple physical therapists, I can confidently say that Lisa is the absolute best in her field.

I have had the pleasure of working with Lisa on two separate occasions – first in 2020 for my Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI) hip surgery and again this year for my Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery. In both instances, Lisa's specialization in sports injuries was evident as she thoroughly assessed my condition and developed a personalized treatment plan.

Unlike other facilities that only offer 30-minute sessions with PTs and delegate the rest to junior techs, Lisa dedicates a full hour to each patient. This undivided attention ensures that every exercise is performed with proper technique, leading to faster and more effective results.

Lisa's holistic approach to physical therapy addresses not only physical factors but also mental and emotional aspects that contribute to overall well-being. Her warm and supportive demeanor creates a comfortable atmosphere, making each session an enjoyable experience.

I have seen tremendous improvements in my mobility, strength, and quality of life since working with Lisa. She has helped me return to activities I once thought were impossible due to my sports injuries. Her commitment to her patients' progress is simply unparalleled.

I wholeheartedly recommend Lisa Reed at Academy PT for anyone in need of top-notch, personalized care for their physical therapy journey.

Quynh N.

Lisa is such a blessing to me!
Besides my injuries, I have gone through some traumas during Covid time. My body was tight up all over caused me so much pain everywhere on my body. I couldn’t even walk, lift the plates,…without pains. I went to see some chiropractors and doctors, they didn’t help and even made me more depressed. When I met Lisa, she was very calm and kind. She taught me about my body and how I should trust my body. Working with her 6 months so far, I can take care of my kids, walk them to school, go to groceries stores, do my daily schedule and even start doing new stuff like play piano and learn art which I never think that I will do.
Honestly, she not only heals my physical pains but my emotions, too. I am very thankful to work with her. I love working with Lisa and definitely recommend her to everyone!

Extra review after 2.5 years working with Lisa
It is absolutely a wonderful journey. Now i am stronger the pre injured and depression and anxiety. My body is resilient in everyday life and physical activities. I feel the fountain of youth again. I am beyond thankful to Lisa’s expertise and affection to make each session a wonderful experience.
As a mom, i feel so fulfilled that I can have the freedom to do what i like and take care of my kids with unwavering endurance and energy.
She is truly the answer to my prayer! Thanks God!
Wholeheartedly recommend Lisa to everyone!

Katie S.

Lisa is the best PT in the field. The care and knowledge she has for each individual patient exceeds any person I have worked with in the past. As a professional athlete, Lisa has helped with injuries and injury prevention and being at my peak for performance. I first started seeing her to see if she could help me with a 5 year chronic hamstring insertion issue that had been ongoing through my entire college career with no improvement over 4 years of rehab and PT at my college. After a few months working with Lisa, I had no pain or sign of my hamstring insertion issue. Because of her immense knowledge of the human body, she figured out that the insertion issue was stemming from alignment issues and she worked with me to fix this which has led to many gains as well as a fully functioning hamstring! I can't recommend Lisa enough - she will make you move better, whatever situation you are in!

Duane L.

I've been working with Lisa for about a year now. At the beginning, she helped me resolve a pinched nerve in my neck, without having surgery. This enabled me to return to surfing, piano playing and other activities I love. She is now treating a similar problem with my lower back. For each injury, I've felt that we were taking a journey together towards healing.

Lisa is one of the most amazing people I have ever met. As others have said, she is so kind. Her hands on work is amazing, her coaching is great, and the encouragement she offers comes from the heart. Seeing her will change your life.

miles E.

Lisa Reed is one of the best! I'm apart of the USA volleyball program and we have very good PT's. I chose to go to The Academy Physical Therapy because Lisa really takes the time to accommodate my needs. She is very knowledgeable and always knows exactly what to do to get me back to 100%. I trust her and recommend her to anyone! If you get the chance give her an opportunity to better your life, she will not disappoint. She is one of the nicest people I know and cares a great deal about her patients. I'm very thankful that she is here in the South Bay, she is the best I know!

Cecilia A.

I've gone to seek help from many physical therapists in my life but Lisa is BY FAR the best. If you just had an injury, or are in pain, or just want to learn how to get the most of your body and keep it lasting your lifetime - go to Academy Physical Therapy!!! You will not be disappointed. I wish I had gone to see Lisa many years ago, I would've saved so much pain and hassle. She is extremely knowledgeable, strong, kind, and goes above and beyond for her clients! I can't say enough nice things about this physical therapist, just go see her!

Jessica F.

Lisa is one of the most talented, knowledgeable, and compassionate PTs I have ever worked with (I was a D1 college athlete and am currently a professional athlete so I have seen many PTs over the years). She not only identifies what issue you’re having, but explores all areas to discover the source and ultimately—the solution. Lisa goes above and beyond to assess your entire injury and situation and creates a plan and path to recovery specific to you and your lifestyle. I could not recommend her enough. You can tell she truly cares about you as her patient and I trust her completely with all my current/future injuries.

Wesley H.

Lisa, the owner of the Academy, is the best! I've had recurring shoulder and neck issues for years, and I've worked with many physical therapists on these issues. Lisa stands head and shoulders above her peers, and is the first PT that really helped me. She is also very thorough and spends a lot of time doing one-on-one manual work, which I really appreciate. Plus she is one of the kindest people you will meet. Couldn't recommend The Academy more!!